High Cleaning Assistant - Flexible

Alpine Health; Myrtleford; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

5 weeks annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Alpine Health is seeking a High Cleaning Assistant to provide high-level cleaning across hospital, aged care and community facilities within the Alpine Region. The role requires autonomous work, travel between campuses and strict adherence to Cleaning Standards for Victorian Public Hospitals and infection control guidelines.

Responsibilities include thorough cleaning of ceilings, vents and high surfaces, maintaining hygiene, using chemicals safely, and reporting hazards.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial or healthcare cleaning.
• Knowledge of chemical safety and handling of cleaning equipment.
• Understanding of infection control procedures.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Valid Victorian driver’s licence required.
• Basic computer literacy for report entries.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level, scheduled cleaning across Alpine Health sites.
• Perform detailed cleaning of ceilings, vents, light fittings, walls and high surfaces.
• Maintain hygiene standards across all facilities and report hazards.
• Follow Cleaning Standards for Victorian Public Hospitals and infection control guidelines.
• Work autonomously and collaboratively, supporting flexible workforce needs.

Skills

Experience in cleaning (commercial/HC)

Strong communication skills

Chemical safety knowledge

Infection control knowledge

Victorian driver’s licence

Basic computer skills

Independent multi-site work

Job description

5 Days a week / Full-time

Ongoing Contract

1.0 EFT

Role Overview:

The High Cleaning Assistant delivers high‑level, scheduled cleaning across all Alpine Health sites, including hospitals, aged care, staff accommodation, and community facilities. The role requires autonomous work, travel between campuses, and adherence to Cleaning Standards for Victorian Public Hospitals and infection control guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

Cleaning Services

• High‑level and scheduled cleaning across all sites
• Detailed cleaning of ceilings, vents, light fittings, walls, and high surfaces
• Maintain hygiene standards across all facilities
• Use chemicals and equipment safely
• Report hazards and maintenance issues

Compliance & Safety

• Comply with Cleaning Standards for Victorian Public Hospitals
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures
• Adhere to OHS requirements
• Maintain documentation

Team & Organisational Contribution

• Work autonomously and collaboratively
• Support flexible workforce needs (cleaning, laundry, food services)
• Participate in training and continuous improvement

Essential:

• Experience in commercial or healthcare cleaning
• Ability to work independently across multiple sites
• Knowledge of chemical safety and equipment
• Understanding of infection control
• Victorian driver’s licence
• Strong communication skills
• Commitment to WHS
• Basic computer skills

Special Requirements:

• Travel across campuses
• Vehicle and equipment provided
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including working at heights

Our Region:

• Alpine Health comprises three multi-purpose health services across the stunning Alpine Region of Northeast Victoria.
• We are in the heart of Alpine country and boasts skiing, scenic walking/hiking trails in our local area, including the majestic Mt. Hotham and Falls Creek.
• We are close to world class Gourmet Food and Wine Region, including King Valley, Rutherglen, Glenrowan and Milawa Gourmet regions.
• We are only 40-60 minutes form the regional centres of Wangaratta and Albury Wodonga.

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
• Support for our diverse workforce

Applications are assessed upon receipt & close 11th November 2026.